Q: Must I pay for a new will if I only want to change executors?
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Good news! The answer is no, you do not have to pay for a new will. Indiana law allows for the use of something called a Codicil which makes changing certain details about a will simple and easy.
You will still want to do this with an attorney’s assistance, because there are specific rules about what makes a Codicil valid.
If you haven’t done it in the last 5 or 10 years, this would also be a great time to ask the attorney you meet with to review all of your estate planning documents to determine if other plans need to be made.
I’m glad you’re thinking about these things! It’s always important to periodically review your estate plan.
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